PHC at Mercy — Family Medicine Residency Clinic (Medicaid Accepted)
Located on Mercy’s downtown Des Moines campus, PHC at Mercy provides comprehensive primary medical care and behavioral health for adults and families. This clinic is part of a Family Medicine Residency program— meaning you’ll see resident physicians who are doctors in training, working under the supervision of experienced, board-certified faculty. Medicaid accepted (we also accept Medicare and most private insurance), with a sliding fee scale available for patients without coverage.
Location, Hours & Directions
📍 Address:
250 Laurel Street, Des Moines, IA 50314
📞 Phone: (515) 612-9595
🕒 Clinic Hours
- Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sat–Sun: Closed
🅿️ Parking & Entrance
Free patient parking on the Mercy campus. Follow campus signage to the clinic entrance; accessible parking is available near the doors.
🧭 Directions
Tap the address above to open Google Maps for turn-by-turn directions. Allow extra time for campus parking.
🚌 Transit
Public transit service available via DART. Check current routes and schedules on DART’s website.
Services at This Location
🩺 Medical Care
Adult and family primary care—checkups, preventive care, chronic condition management, and sick visits.
🧠 Behavioral Health
Therapy and care coordination to support your mental and emotional well-being.
🧒 Pediatric Care
Checkups, vaccinations, and school physicals to help kids grow up healthy.
🙋♀️ OB/GYN
Comprehensive women’s health and prenatal care—annual exams, Pap tests, contraception and family planning, pregnancy care, and menopause support. Referral coordination for high-risk needs.
🎓 Family Medicine Residency
Care delivered by resident physicians under direct supervision of board-certified faculty, ensuring safe, high-quality care.
Our Providers
What to Expect at a Residency Clinic
Who will I see for my visit?
You’ll be seen by a Family Medicine resident physician (MD/DO) who is supervised by an attending, board-certified physician. Your care plan is reviewed and guided by faculty.
Is the visit different from a regular clinic?
Care quality is the same. At times, visits can be slightly longer because teaching occurs during care—many patients appreciate the thorough approach.
Do you accept Medicaid?
Yes. Medicaid is accepted, along with Medicare and most private insurance. A sliding fee scale is available for patients without coverage.